Disney World’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopening date set Updated: 4:43 PM EDT Apr 8, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is scheduled to reopen on May 3, based on an Instagram submit from Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle on Wednesday.First opened on Nov. 15, 1980, the Disney World curler coaster…
Walt Disney World has introduced that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will reopen May third at Magic Kingdom, following a 16-month refurbishment. Here’s the announcement, together with particulars in regards to the refreshed attraction. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopening May third at Magic Kingdom Howdy, pardners… you people oughta preserve all fingers, arms, toes, and legs…
Disney has introduced Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will reopen at Magic Kingdom on May 3, 2026 with new monitor, refreshed trains, and a lowered top requirement. The top requirement will drop to 38 inches when the attraction reopens, down from the earlier 40-inch minimal. Disney says the change follows “a comprehensive review from our safety…